HIPPY Parent Educator chez ECS4KIDS

Description

JOIN THE ECS4Kids TEAM

At ECS4Kids (formerly Episcopal Children’s Services), we honor young children’s immense potential by helping them enter school ready to learn. We cultivate lifelong learners by immersing children in enriching guided experiences and discovery-oriented approaches. Through programs like Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Head Start, School Readiness, Child Care Resource & Referral (CCRR), and more, our dedicated professionals work with families and caregivers throughout Florida to promote children’s well-being. These enable us to strengthen key areas including motor development, cognitive development, social and emotional development, language and communication skills, and problem-solving skills.

Partner with us to help empower communities to rise above generational poverty with comprehensive early childhood education and holistic family support. We have career opportunities available in several counties throughout Northeast and Central Florida.

ECS4Kids offers a competitive benefit package which includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) plan with 5% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long-term & short-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Career development
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Deliver HIPPY curriculum to parents through home visits, empowering them to be their child’s first teacher and promoting school readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide weekly home visits to distribute HIPPY activity packets and guide parents through instruction.
• Support development in math, motor, literacy, language, and science domains.
• Recruit families with children ages 2–5.
• Maintain community resource connections and make referrals.
• Serve as a role model and advocate for families.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports.
• Participate in staff meetings, group meetings, community outreach, and training as required.

(These job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of duties. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as required.)

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of experience working with young children and families.
• Completion of Child Development Associate within one year of employment.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain trusting relationships with families and staff.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various data collections.
• Must be comfortable with home visits and flexible scheduling.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Experience with diverse populations; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile coverage
• Satisfactory Driving Record (as outlined in Vehicle Driving Policy)
• Complete 24 hours of in-service/professional development training hours each fiscal year (July- June)
• Must have current First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Work primarily in family homes
• Includes time in office for planning, documentation, and training
• Travel to multiple counties and homes required
• Accommodation of family availability, which may include evenings or weekends

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Walking & Standing: Regular movement during home visits and community outreach.
• Driving: Must travel to family homes; reliable transportation required.
• Manual Tasks: Carrying and distributing curriculum packets, books, and materials.
• Lifting: Occasionally lift and carry items up to 20 lbs such as boxes of materials or supplies.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for instruction and documentation.
• Computer Use: Computer sufficient with various data collections that could include Microsoft, REDcap, Box and Outlook.